Two decades ago this east coast transplant traded ocean views for the Rocky Mountains, and has called Longmont home for over 10 years. She’s not a professional juggler by trade, but juggles many roles, including those of mother, wife, and full-time writer. A lover of wine, music, art, outdoor adventures, public libraries, over-sharing, shocking people, bacon, and keepin’ it local, Kristen often describes herself as having “a quirky sense of humor combined with keen observation skills and a whole lot of sass.”